Michel Lafarge

1er Cru Grèves

2022

Côte de Beaune

Burgundy

France

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Varietal

Pinot Noir

Qualities

Red

Organic

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GRAPE VARIETAL(S)

Pinot Noir

100% Pee-NO NWAR

Pinot Noir is arguably the most revered grape variety in the world with origins in Burgundy, France where the best expressions can still be found. Pinot Noir is not only a tough grape to grow, it also shows miniscule differences in terroir arguably more than any other grape variety. Stylistically, it is generally higher in acid and lower in tannin but can vary depending on the location, and winemaking technique. It is very versatile with food, and shows a range of flavor from red and black fruit, floral, spice, earth, and mineral qualities.

Country / State

France

Region

Burgundy

Sub Region

Côte de Beaune

Producer

Michel Lafarge

Winemaker(s)

Michel & Frédéric Lafarge

Vintage

2022

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Michel Lafarge

Burgundy, france

Domaine Michel Lafarge, a family-run winery dating back to the 19th century, is considered one of the premier producers of pinot noir in Volnay, Burgundy, thanks to the vision and efforts of Michel Lafarge.

Michel Lafarge introduced measures to improve the quality of the family winery upon assuming control in 1960 with a focus on terroir. He reduced the use of synthetic fertilizers to a bare minimum (the vineyards have been biodynamically farmed since 2000), replanted vines with clippings from his vineyards rather than clonal selections, and fermented grapes with naturally occurring yeasts.

Frederic, Michel’s son, and wife Chantal direct the family winery today. The domaine produces wine from a range of village and Premier Cru vineyards, with each bottling highlighting the parcel’s unique terroir. The domaine’s style is one of tension and structure, requiring patience but well worth the wait.